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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Timing Light.
Before use, read the following information and we are sure that you will enjoy
many years of service from your timing light and maintain the efficiency of
your car's engine.
The xenon bulb used in this light will provide the bright flash needed to see
engine timing marks under bright lighting conditions including normal daylight.
CONTENTS
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BASICS OF ENGINE TIMING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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When to check timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Timing specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Adjusting timing to specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Testing the centrifugal advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Testing the vacuum advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Checking distributor cam wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Small engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Rotary engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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